Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Awards
Timeline
Steve Benson

Steve Benson

Hartford,WI

Summary

Strategic, results-driven professional with demonstrated success elevating operational standards to improve overall team and business performance. Communicates clear work expectations and company vision to set and achieve measurable goals in demanding, sales driven environments. Proven leader with seasoned ability to recruit, train, and inspire teams and capitalize on emerging opportunities to enhance business profile, reputation, and influence.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

SR DISTRICT DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

Community Choice Financial
12.2023 - Current
  • Led the implementation of company-wide initiatives at the district level, ensuring alignment with corporate goals.
  • Spearheaded talent acquisition initiatives within the district, attracting high-caliber candidates for key positions.
  • Achieved cost savings with thorough budget management and resource allocation.
  • Improved employee retention through professional development programs and targeted hiring practices.

DISTRICT MANAGER

AutoZone
12.2016 - 12.2023
  • Collaborated with senior management to set and achieve district goals
  • Worked with direct reports to develop and implement action plans, improving operating results
  • Identified and developed pipeline of talent through succession planning tools and best practices
  • Collaborated with Human Resources department on recruiting efforts for new hires throughout all stores in the district
  • Recruited and trained new district managers and provided ongoing mentorship.

DISTRICT MANAGER

AutoZone
11.2013 - 11.2016

Education

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) IN HUMMANITIES CANDIDATE -

Maranatha Baptist University, Watertown, WI
01.2026

Skills

  • Recruiting/Staffing
  • Financial Statements
  • Customer Service
  • Team Development
  • Manage Profitability
  • Operational Excellence
  • Organizational Leadership

Awards

  • Presidents Club Store Manager 2012
  • Store Manager of the Year 2013
  • District Manager of the year 2016
  • Sales Leadership Council DM 2019

Timeline

SR DISTRICT DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS - Community Choice Financial
12.2023 - Current
DISTRICT MANAGER - AutoZone
12.2016 - 12.2023
DISTRICT MANAGER - AutoZone
11.2013 - 11.2016
Maranatha Baptist University - BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) IN HUMMANITIES CANDIDATE,
Steve Benson